2012 Audi A6 Avant Review

Audi is launching the next generation of Audi A6 Avant, the estate's most successful business class in Europe. The new model marks the full spectrum of progressive technology expertise. Its light body, much of it is made of aluminum, sets new standards, such as the wide range of support systems and multimedia. The keyword for this Audi is the connection. The new Audi A6 Avant is available with a choice of six engines: two petrol and four diesel units. The fuel consumption is reduced by almost 18 percent from the previous model. At the top of the engine range is the new 3.0 TDI with a twin-turbo technology and 230 kW (313 hp). Audi also offers a number of high-end options for powertrain and chassis. The trunk has a capacity of 1,680 liters (59.33 cu ft) and offers a number of style characteristics including a power liftgate that opens in response to a sensor signal.

The new Audi A6 Avant - Progressive technological expertise

Audi is back on top, with the new A6 Avant Avant-garde in business class. With its light body and many other innovations, the seventh generation of the Audi A6 Avant is designed to write a new chapter in the history of the series of success stories.

Measuring 4.93 meters (16.17 feet) wide, the Audi A6 Avant is a very quick first impression. Its proportions are athletes, and flows in D flat roof-pillars. Audi offers LED headlights and tail lights as an option and fascinating visual art.

The front of new sets of standards with its low weight. With aluminum components comprising about 20 percent of the body, the Audi - a global pioneer in light construction - has raised the bar even higher. Gross weight was reduced by up to 70 kg (154.32 pounds) compared to the previous model. Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDI, for example, has a weight of just 1640 kg (3,615.58 lb).

trunk volume is 565 liters (19.95 cubic feet), which may be raised in 1680 liters (59.33 cubic feet), breaking down the rear seatbacks. Audi offers a number of sophisticated features as options. Topping the list of the motion, the rear door automatically. Combining the power of the luggage compartment and the convenience of a key, a special motion under the rear bumper to activate the system and the door opens automatically.

Audi offers a choice of six engines with direct fuel injection for the new Audi A6 Avant: two gasoline engines and four TDI engines. They develop between 130 kW (177 hp) and 230 kW (313 hp). This abundance of power is associated with exceptional performance. 2.0 TDI consumers an average of only 5.0 liters of fuel per 100 km (47.04 mpg U.S.).

All engines use technologies modular efficiency platform Audi, which has helped to reduce fuel consumption up to 18 percent.

Depending on the engine, the new Audi A6 Avant leaves the assembly line with a manual gearbox with six speeds, the sporty S tronic seven-speed, the continuously variable multitronic and tiptronic practice of eight reports. In addition to front-wheel drive, the last stage of development of permanent quattro is optional. The optional sport differential distributes the power with the flexibility between the rear wheels.

The chassis is also very sophisticated and dynamic sports combined with excellent comfort. The Audi drive select driving dynamics system is standard, and the new electromechanical steering is extremely effective. In front-wheel drive variants, the ESP stabilization program with an electronic system of electronic limited-slip differential make the car more precise handling. The options include adaptive air suspension and dynamic steering when it becomes available later.

Inside the new A6 Avant treats its occupants with an elegant and clear, uncompromising craftsmanship, generous contracts and exemplary ergonomics. Among the high-end options are a head-up display, adaptive headlights Variable Range Control, front seats with massage function and ventilation, and many infotainment components. At the top of the range of infotainment options are hard drive system based on MMI navigation navigation and more Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System.

Audi connection, full Internet connection, also places the new Audi A6 Avant ahead of the pack. In collaboration with Google, it provides special services for the car online, including voice-activated Points of Interest (POI) searches. A Wi-Fi hotspot allows passengers to surf and e-mail freely on the road. Audi service online traffic information informs the driver in real time how the traffic is heavy on the selected route.

The new Audi A6 can be equipped with the help of all makes and security systems to conduct more complex. Some systems are in close collaboration with MMI navigation more to strengthen their capacity. A new feature of the range Audi parking system for more than 360 displays will be available some time later. Four small cameras record images of the immediate environment of the vehicle.

Fast software combines these images and displays them in a variety of points of view on the monitor with a wide brim.

Audi A6 Avant for sale in the second half of 2011 is a basic price of EUR 40 850.

The lightness and elegance of design

The design of the new model reflects the modern elegance and light. It is so typical of Audi as sporty proportions. Audi A6 Avant measures 4.93 meters (16.17 feet) long and 1.87 meters (6.14 meters) wide, but only 1.46 meters (4.79 meters) tall. Its wheelbase has increased to 2.91 meters (9.55 meters) - a significant gain over the previous model.

The hood extends forward, taut surfaces in sharp edges along the flanks. The low roofline, slanted and the beginning of the housing D-pillars emphasize the dynamic style. The taillights and character of two exhaust system accentuate the rear of the car. The optional S line exterior offers an even more dynamic.

The optional LED headlights, which use light emitting diodes for all functions, are another innovative feature. They are the front grille of a single box to the right of the top corners and high gloss black legs even more distinctive. more optional xenon headlights, either alone or integrated into the control system adaptive light headlights variable scope, provide excellent road illumination in any situation. More units of xenon headlights and LED taillights are combined with LED.